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Katahdin's Edge is being sadly overlooked among the groups getting acclaim for freshening the sound of the classic piano trio. On "The Ridge," this trio puts together work far beyond that of, say, the Bad Plus or the Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey. It is far more pioneering than either of those bands with original music such as "Glad You Called," a ballad with a strident rhythm, or "The Path," a piece with almost a folk-sounding melody.
Pianist Willie Myette has a great sense of melody and pace. Bassist John Funkhouser and drummer Mike Connors offer rhythmic patterns that are creative without ever being out of touch with the job of propelling a song. The group is named after the highest peak in Maine, and rises to that level.
- Bob Karlovits (The Pittsburgh Tribune)
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